Architectural Digest | Interiors →

“Famed interior designer Stephen Shadley certainly had a circuitous route to his ultimate career. He has always been interested in art and design, and his early jobs included painting sets at 20th Century Fox and working with the traveling show Disney on Parade. His first decorating job was actually a restaurant: the buzzy hangout Camelback and Central in New York.

But it was his friendship with Diane Keaton (he and the actor have been close since the ’70s) that first set the stage for the artist to fully embrace his calling as an interior designer. Keaton enlisted Shadley’s help to decorate a home in Sneden’s Landing (now known as Palisades), New York; a year later, it was featured in House & Garden, officially launching him as a designer to watch.”

Architectural Digest | Design Philosophies →

“In the past few years—not to mention the last 100 years—Architectural Digest has had the chance to peek into the residences of some of the world’s most famous and creative people. Needless to say, they all have some pretty inspiring and often unexpected home design preferences. Below, we’ve rounded up our favorite nuggets of their wide-ranging aesthetic tastes.”

Beverly Hills contemporary sold before Market →

via @mccleandesign

“Our project on laurel way just sold without coming to market which is always exciting. Hope to be able to share photos when it’s finished. Not quite there yet. We had great help on this one from @plusdesigngroup @plusdevelopment and @gthreegroup. Also thanks to @lindsaychambersdesign who originally hired us and developed the concept with us.”

McClean Design sale announcement here.

Hollywood Hills modern as Case Study in Robb Report →

“This particular home was different from others in LA,” says agent Tomer Fridman, the founder and CEO of the Fridman Group, which is co-listing the property with SFJ Group’s Sally Forster Jones. “It’s not as shiny and loud, so we wanted to have an event to match that—one that was very curated and understated.” 

Estate of Zen →

“Indulge in ultimate luxury at the Estate of Zen, a stunning museum quality view home inspired by the iconic “Case Study” homes. Situated atop an intimate cul-de-sac on one of the Birds’ most coveted streets, this estate exudes opulence with extravagant volume and is enveloped by awe-inspiring panoramic views that can be relished from nearly every room. The striking architectural home which affords approximately 10,000+ sqft of unmatched scale has been designed with custom top-of-the-line finishes throughout. Be greeted by grand doors to the sleek vestibule which leads to the dramatic steel framed foyer tastefully accented by a floor-to-ceiling wall of decadent Calacatta Poanazo marble. From posh gatherings to intimate dinners, the open shared spaces are ideal for entertaining, sheathed in the finest materials including Navona Travertine, warm Portuguese white oak, and beautiful rift oak panels radiating a serene, organic aesthetic. Delight your appetite in the exquisite chef’s kitchen anchored by an expansive black silk granite eat-in island and features tailor made SuMisura brass-accented Italian cabinetry, Miele appliances, wine fridge, vast picture windows overlooking the hillside and more! Indoor/outdoor living is highlighted in the living room which opens seamlessly to the viewing deck reaching the edge of a horizon leveled infinity pool with spa. Unwind in the sumptuous master suite spanning the entire upper level, providing a boutique worthy walk-in closet, sleeping quarters with interior & exterior lounge spaces overlooking the city lights and spa-like bath boasting dual vanities, heated floors, opulent soaker tub, impressive glass shower and dual water closets with Toto toilets. The lower level highlights the substantial and voluminous floor plan with three en-suite bedrooms, powder room, high-end fitness room with floor-to-ceiling mirrors & high-density flooring, cedar walled wellness center with steam shower, sauna & massage space, and media lounge backed by a lavish bar & temperature controlled 300+ bottle wine cellar. Additional features include home office, Fleetwood pocket doors, laundry room, pre-wired drapery pockets, soaring ceilings, Lutron light system, Sonos speakers, and more! Walls of glass bathe the gallery style home in natural light, prepared to cater to the most exclusive lifestyles showcasing the breathtaking city views & beyond.”

Architectural Digest, March 2018 →

“Every corner you turn, you have an experience. Everywhere you look, you get a vista. We worked very hard to get that flow right,” Aniston says. The same imperative guided the transformation of the extensive grounds, which previously featured a hillside vineyard. Garden designer Marcello Villano and landscape architect Anne Attinger reorganized the alfresco spaces as a series of interconnected outdoor rooms, terraces, and Asian-inspired pocket gardens.”

https://www.architecturaldigest.com/story/jennifer-aniston-los-angeles-home

Broad Beach modern in Malibu →

This premier oceanfront house offers the ultimate Malibu beach lifestyle. A superb blend of modern elegance and impeccable craftsmanship with imported Portugal limestone & Albertini teak/bronze pocketing doors, boasts stunning architectural features from the moment you pass through the water fountain courtyard & enter the main level to the Caeser-stone, solid steal floating staircase. Gorgeous ocean views gravitate you past the formal dining room and into a great room with soaring ceilings, gourmet island kitchen & spacious living room with fireplace. Vanishing pocket doors seamlessly marry the indoor/outdoor entertaining space with spa, fire pit & grassy yard that flow into the coveted Broad Beach sands. The 2nd level, features wood floors, office, fitness area, & Master’s suite with ocean views, fireplace, private deck & luxurious Picasso-style bathtub & triple-headed shower. A separate en suite guest room, 3 additional en suite bedrooms, smart home Crestron system and a 3-car garage complete this ocean retreat home.

Bel Air Estate | Basement Concrete Slab Pour @ 702 Cubic-Yards →

This 10,788-SF concrete slab was continuously-poured on October 12, 2017 by G3 Group, Mintz Concrete and Cemex. The slab would be followed by 22”-thick concrete walls, topped by a suspended concrete ceiling and 3-level custom ellipse steel stair. All made possible by (43) vertical shoring piles with angled tie-backs tensioned into the retained earth.